1.   Several SEC schools courted Horton but backed off when it became clear he would not qualify academically.

2.   But they subsequently pulled out when it became clear they would qualify for the UEFA Cup.

3.   But they subsequently withdrew when it became clear they would qualify for the UEFA Cup.

4.   Qualifying became necessary last summer when the U.S. failed to win the world championships in Athens, Greece, after a league lockout forced NBA players from the roster.